Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
short-and-sweet
idiom
/ʃɔrt ənd swiːt/
Definition
Brief and concise, especially in a manner that is pleasant and satisfying.
Examples
- She gave a short-and-sweet speech at the graduation ceremony.
- The message was short-and-sweet, making it easy to understand.
- His explanation was short-and-sweet, getting straight to the point.
Meaning
The term ‘short-and-sweet’ refers to communication or descriptions that are brief yet effective, delivering the intended message clearly without unnecessary elaboration.
Synonyms
- Concise
- Succinct
- Brief
- Pithy
